Tim Wallace
Tim Wallace is the head of content for the Motor Transport and Commercial Motor magazines and websites.
Prior to joining Motor Transport, Tim spent 15 years with B2B publisher Taylist Media including eight as editor of flagship trade title kbbreview.
Tim has previously worked for various national B2B titles including Sport Business and Football Business magazines as both a sub-editor and features writer as well as four years working for the Press Association.
Tim has a degree in Communications Studies from Sunderland University.
If you have any stories you would like me to cover, please email me at tim.wallace@roadtransport.com or give me a call on 020 8912 2158.
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MT ArticleReed Boardall reports loss as major customer exit hits volumes
Reed Boardall has posted a loss for the year to March 2025, with turnover falling by 9.6% to £82.85m following the exit of a major customer, the company revealed in its latest accounts.
MT ArticleJD.com-backed investor targets Midlands logistics growth with Leicester deal
Jingdong Property, the global logistics and industrial real estate arm of JD.com, has expanded its UK presence with the purchase of a logistics estate close to Leicester, reinforcing its focus on key distribution corridors serving the national road freight market.
MT ArticleEnvironment Agency adds pair of Unimogs to bolster flood response capability
The Environment Agency has taken delivery of two Mercedes-Benz Unimog vehicles to strengthen its nationwide incident response capability, particularly for flood emergencies requiring rapid deployment of people and equipment.
MT ArticleM&H Carriers reports record volumes despite rising costs
Scottish operator M&H Carriers has reported a year of growth and record volumes despite what it describes as mounting government pressure, rising operating costs and increasing regulatory demands across the logistics sector.
FCZ Article“Act now or lose to China,” Voltempo boss warns Europe’s electric truck makers
European electric truck makers risk being undercut on price and pace by Chinese rivals unless they accelerate development and cut costs, according to new Voltempo chief executive Simon Smith (pictured).
MT ArticleProfit slumps at Miniclipper as costs bite
Family-owned haulage and logistics firm Miniclipper Logistics saw profits tumble in the 12 months to 31 May 2025, hit by soaring fuel, maintenance, and staffing costs, according to newly filed accounts.
MT ArticleDCS scales up dedicated transport operation with XPO fleet expansion
DCS Group has ramped up its transport capacity after extending its long-standing relationship with XPO Logistics, signing off a major expansion of the dedicated fleet supporting its UK distribution operation.
MT ArticleDHL doubles down on HVO with Siemens Mobility rail logistics deal
DHL Supply Chain has secured a new multi-year transport contract with Siemens Mobility – and is using it to underline its full commitment to low-carbon road freight.
MT ArticleYusen Logistics acquires Walden to enhance healthcare network
Yusen Logistics Group has announced the completion of its acquisition of Walden Health, including its subsidiaries Movianto, Eurotranspharma, Transpharma International, and Walden Digital.
FCZ ArticleHyHAUL hydrogen project scrapped
The RHA has warned that the cancellation of the HyHAUL hydrogen freight project could slow progress towards decarbonising the UK’s heavy goods vehicle sector.
MT ArticleEuropa steps up to support customers as software outages cause delays
Europa Road has mobilised significant manpower to keep goods moving, stepping in to protect customers from severe delays caused by ongoing external customs software outages.
MT ArticleBudget and government both branded a ‘disaster’ by logistics leaders
Leading figures in the logistics sector have hit out at the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, warning of rising costs and uncertainty for operators.
MT ArticleBeverley Bell strengthens compliance offer with new London HQ and Transport Manager Hub
Beverley Bell Consulting & Training has opened a new office in Westminster and confirmed the launch of a dedicated Transport Manager Hub, strengthening its in-person training capability and support offer for operators across the commercial vehicle sector.
MT ArticleMartin Willmor’s vision for DHL Supply Chain: strategy, challenges and growth targets
Returning to DHL at a pivotal moment, new UK&I CEO Martin Willmor lays out a focused five-point strategy - spanning growth sectors, transport reform, major startups and property investment - to steer the business confidently through a shifting economy
MT ArticleDriver tech overload risks bridge strike safety, hauliers warn
Fleet operators say they are walking a tightrope between embracing new technology to prevent bridge strikes and overloading drivers with too many in-cab systems — especially among an ageing workforce struggling to adapt to constant digital change.
MT Article“Cutting off the tail was the first step” — Angela Carus on leaving Boughey to reshape a local family firm
Seven months into her new role, the former Boughey MD explains why she left a major operator to take on the challenge of transforming Law Distribution
MT ArticleFrom turbulence to turnaround: Life after Charlie Shiels at ArrowXL
After years of upheaval and the departure of chief executive Charlie Shiels, ArrowXL is embarking on a recovery mission. Backed by French logistics giant Jacky Perrenot, new CEO Philippe Cuoc reveals his plan to rebuild the Wigan-based delivery firm from the inside out
MT Article“Cyber threat now critical" - tech CEO reveals how to protect your business
Ransomware attacks on transport fleets are escalating, exposing weaknesses in outdated IT systems. Trimble chief executive Rob Painter and technical lead Jonah McIntire tell Motor Transport that moving to AI-powered, cloud-based platforms isn’t just vital for cybersecurity - it’s also key to boosting efficiency, automating routine tasks, reducing emissions and ...
MT ArticleFercam bets on HVO as freight volumes stall
International haulier Fercam is ramping up its commitment to decarbonisation with a major shift to HVO across its European fleet, including in the UK, as part of its 2030 sustainability roadmap.
MT ArticleTransporeon launches AI-driven Transport Planner to slash logistics costs
Transport management platform Transporeon, a Trimble company, has launched a suite of new AI-powered tools aimed at delivering a fully modular, end-to-end transportation management system (TMS).